The U.S. Department of Education requires colleges to share important consumer information with current and prospective students.
This page provides a quick reference guide with direct links to information about:
- Volunteer State Community College (VSCC)
- Financial aid and scholarships
If you have questions about any of these resources, contact the Financial Aid Office at (615) 230-3456 or financial.aid@volstate.edu.
Information About VSCC
- Academic Programs –Explore Vol State’s programs of study and connect with faculty.
- Access Center – Disability services and faculty support.
- Accreditation – Vol State accreditation details (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges) + program-specific accreditations.
- Process of Accreditation – SACSCOC information and complaint procedures.
- Admissions – College admission requirements and contact details.
- Annual Campus Safety Report – Campus safety statistics and reports.
- Articulation Agreement – Course transfer guides to other institutions.
- Athletic Program Statistics – Student-athlete participation and funding details.
- Cohort Default Rate – Loan default data via College Navigator.
- Continued Eligibility – General eligibility standards for students.
- Copyright Infringement Information – Rules on use of copyrighted materials.
- Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program – See page 48 of the Annual Campus Safety Report.
- Drug-Free Campus Statement – Vol State policy compliance.
- Estimated Costs – Tuition, fees, and expenses via College Navigator.
- Fee Waivers – Waiver and discount information for state employees and dependents.
- FERPA – Family Education Rights and Privacy Act information.
- Graduation Rates - Data via College Navigator.
- Job Placement – Graduate employment placement and outcomes.
- Locations and Facilities - Campus and center locations.
- Purchasing Textbooks – Bookstore info, ISBNs, and costs.
- Retention Rates – Retention data via College Navigator.
- Sexual Misconduct Policy – Definitions and reporting process.
- Student Handbook – Rights, policies, and student resources.
- Textbooks & Course Materials – Required materials for each course.
- Transfer Credit – Policies for transferring credits.
- Travel Study – Study abroad scholarships.
- Tuition and Fees – In-state and out-of-state tuition details.
- Employee Directory – Search for Vol State faculty and staff.
- Withdrawal Process – Steps for withdrawing from courses.
Information About Financial Assistance
- Apply for Financial Aid – How to apply for federal and state funds.
- Book Credits – Using aid to purchase textbooks.
- Federal and State Aid Programs – Grants and loans.
- Financial Aid Refund To The Lender – How refunds work if you withdraw.
- Financial Aid Disbursements – When and how aid is paid.
- Gainful Employment Programs – Title IV-eligible career programs.
- Loan Counseling
- Entrance Counseling – Required before first loan disbursement.
- Exit Counseling – Required when dropping below 6 credit hours or leaving school.
- Loan Terms and Repayment Information – Repayment info, interest rates, and history access.
- Net Price Calculator – Estimate your cost of attendance.
- Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) – Standards to maintain aid eligibility.
- Scholarships – College and Foundation scholarships.
- Tuition Refund Policy – Refund schedules if you withdraw.
- Work-Study – On-campus part-time jobs for eligible students.
